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- Apple September Event Predictions: iPhone 18 Pro and Other Rumors Rankedby Matt Gonzales on August 3, 2026 at 9:11 pm
Apple's September 2026 event could bring the iPhone 18 Pro, Apple's first foldable iPhone and new Apple Watches. Here's what the most credible rumors suggest. The post Apple September Event Predictions: iPhone 18 Pro and Other Rumors Ranked appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Microsoft Targets Faster Windows 11 as 8GB PCs Returnby Kezia Jungco on August 3, 2026 at 8:09 pm
Microsoft is optimizing Windows 11 for PCs with 8GB of RAM, but buyers should still weigh workload limits before choosing lower-memory hardware. The post Microsoft Targets Faster Windows 11 as 8GB PCs Return appeared first on TechRepublic.
- New Firefighting Robot Uses Cryogenic Spray, Could Fight Wildfiresby Aminu Abdullahi on August 3, 2026 at 1:51 pm
A Northeastern prototype firefighting robot uses cryogenic liquid nitrogen spray on small fires, with researchers exploring future wildfire response. The post New Firefighting Robot Uses Cryogenic Spray, Could Fight Wildfires appeared first on TechRepublic.
- 5 Mac Studio Alternatives for 2026by Liz Ticong on August 3, 2026 at 8:11 am
Compare five Mac Studio alternatives for professional graphics, creative work, local AI, and repairability, including pricing, strengths, and trade-offs. The post 5 Mac Studio Alternatives for 2026 appeared first on TechRepublic.
- OnePlus 16 May Skip the US and Europe: What Buyers Need to Knowby Matt Gonzales on July 31, 2026 at 7:48 pm
Thinking about importing the OnePlus 16? Learn what OnePlus' US and Europe exit means for availability, warranty, software support, and compatibility. The post OnePlus 16 May Skip the US and Europe: What Buyers Need to Know appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Business Laptops for AI Workloads: 2026 Top Picksby Marianne Sison on July 31, 2026 at 7:16 pm
Compare six business laptops for AI workloads and see which device supports each role, from office assistance to local AI development. The post Business Laptops for AI Workloads: 2026 Top Picks appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Qualcomm Confirms Snapdragon Price Hike, Android Phones May Cost Moreby Aminu Abdullahi on July 31, 2026 at 2:53 pm
Qualcomm will raise processor prices for products shipped after September 1, adding new cost pressure for Android phone makers and future devices. The post Qualcomm Confirms Snapdragon Price Hike, Android Phones May Cost More appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Samsung Earnings Put New Foldables at the Center of Its Asia Strategyby TechRepublic Staff on July 31, 2026 at 12:05 pm
Samsung’s record second-quarter earnings masked losses in its consumer-device businesses, making the Fold8 lineup more important to its Asia mobile strategy. The post Samsung Earnings Put New Foldables at the Center of Its Asia Strategy appeared first on TechRepublic.
- HP’s Intel Business PC Lineup Targets Flexible Workby Kezia Jungco on July 30, 2026 at 10:40 pm
HP’s Intel-powered EliteBook, ProBook, and EliteDesk lineup gives IT teams more options for AI performance, mobility, and management. The post HP’s Intel Business PC Lineup Targets Flexible Work appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Apple’s New iPhone Leasing Program: What It Means Before You Upgradeby Matt Gonzales on July 30, 2026 at 6:42 pm
Apple's new Apple Upgrade program lets US customers lease iPhones, Macs, iPads, and Apple Watches. Here's how it works and whether it's better than buying. The post Apple’s New iPhone Leasing Program: What It Means Before You Upgrade appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Google Pixel 11 Explained: What Google Has Confirmed and What the Rumors Sayby Matt Gonzales on July 30, 2026 at 2:22 pm
Google will unveil the Pixel 11 on Aug. 12. Here's what Google has confirmed, what reputable reports suggest, and what remains unknown ahead of launch. The post Google Pixel 11 Explained: What Google Has Confirmed and What the Rumors Say appeared first on TechRepublic.
- ColorOS Replacing OxygenOS on OnePlus Phones: What Users Loseby TechRepublic Staff on July 29, 2026 at 6:17 pm
OnePlus has confirmed an optional move from OxygenOS to ColorOS 17. Here's what changes, what stays the same, and what existing owners should expect. The post ColorOS Replacing OxygenOS on OnePlus Phones: What Users Lose appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Samsung Wins Exclusive OLED Touchscreen Deal for Apple’s Upcoming MacBook Proby Aminu Abdullahi on July 29, 2026 at 11:34 am
Samsung Display has reportedly won Apple's exclusive OLED touchscreen contract for future MacBook Pro models, highlighting its lead in large-format display manufacturing. The post Samsung Wins Exclusive OLED Touchscreen Deal for Apple’s Upcoming MacBook Pro appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Apple Readies AI Home Hub, New Apple TV, and HomePod Miniby Aminu Abdullahi on July 29, 2026 at 8:39 am
Apple is reportedly preparing a 7-inch AI home hub, new Apple TV, and updated HomePod mini as Siri becomes central to its smart home strategy. The post Apple Readies AI Home Hub, New Apple TV, and HomePod Mini appeared first on TechRepublic.
- ChromeOS Flex or Chromebook: Which Is the Better Value?by Kezia Jungco on July 28, 2026 at 1:43 pm
Compare ChromeOS Flex and Chromebooks by cost, app support, security, battery life, compatibility, and long-term value for old PC users. The post ChromeOS Flex or Chromebook: Which Is the Better Value? appeared first on TechRepublic.
- AI Agents, Foldables, Cyberattacks, and Chip Deals Reshape Techby TechRepublic Staff on July 28, 2026 at 10:48 am
See what you missed in Daily Tech Insider from July 20–24. The post AI Agents, Foldables, Cyberattacks, and Chip Deals Reshape Tech appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Google Confirms Pixel 11 Price Increase As RAM Costs Force Higher Phone Pricesby Aminu Abdullahi on July 27, 2026 at 7:12 pm
Google says rising memory costs will increase Pixel 11 prices as AI-driven demand reshapes the smartphone supply chain. The post Google Confirms Pixel 11 Price Increase As RAM Costs Force Higher Phone Prices appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Rumored MacBook Neo With A19 Pro and 12GB Could Expand On-Device AIby TechRepublic Staff on July 27, 2026 at 3:09 pm
Apple is reportedly testing a MacBook Neo with an A19 Pro chip and 12GB of unified memory, but its advanced AI eligibility remains unconfirmed. The post Rumored MacBook Neo With A19 Pro and 12GB Could Expand On-Device AI appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Nvidia Signs $1.5B Deal to Expand US AI Chip Packagingby Kezia Jungco on July 24, 2026 at 4:12 pm
Nvidia’s $1.5 billion Amkor deal will expand US AI chip packaging capacity and could help ease a growing semiconductor supply bottleneck. The post Nvidia Signs $1.5B Deal to Expand US AI Chip Packaging appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Viettel Becomes Qualcomm’s First 6G Early Access Partnerby TechRepublic Staff on July 24, 2026 at 11:52 am
Viettel is gaining early access to Qualcomm’s developing 6G platform, but the agreement does not yet amount to a commercial chipset or network launch. The post Viettel Becomes Qualcomm’s First 6G Early Access Partner appeared first on TechRepublic.